Portret van Alfred Assollant 1861 - 1867

This carte de visite, a popular photographic format in the 19th century, depicts Alfred Assollant, a French writer and journalist. The photograph, created by the studio Carjat et Cie. between 1861 and 1867, captures Assollant in a formal pose, wearing a dark coat and a neatly trimmed beard. The image is framed by a decorative border, a common feature of carte de visites. These small, readily produced photographs allowed people to share portraits with friends and family, showcasing their personal style and social connections.